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Introduction to Environment in Canadian Politics

The preservation of the environment is important to Canada and Canadian’s welfare. Specifically, we dive into what Canada is doing at different levels of government to promote the “greening” of cities, how this action connects to Canadian aspirations for climate change, and if this action will promote a healthy physical and social environment.

This section will help teach you about:

• The context behind current climate action plans
• How environmental concerns and plans impact mobility, housing, and community wellness
• Which policies and projects are being implemented to address climate concerns
• How climate projects are being funded
• How the public views the current status of each section and it’s implementation

This will be done using multiple sources and opinions from the Canadian public, government, non-profits, and scientific discourse, in order to make you well-rounded on the connection between Environment, Transportation, Housing, and Community Wellness.

Sections

Context

The content page will tell you about:

• Why making cities more green is important for climate sustainability, economy, and personal wellbeing
• How climate change effects Canada
• Aspirational GHG reduction targets for Canada, our Provinces, and Localities
• How each level of government plans to reduce their emissions

Environment and Mobility

This page will tell you more about:

• The impact of transportation on emissions
• What Restrictions, laws, and funding sources are in place to promote climate action in cities
• Which mobility projects are being implemented, and by whom
• How the public views actions made by the government and external actors

Environment and Housing Infrastructure

This page will tell you more about:

• How housing policy is connected to climate action
• Which policies are in place to promote climate action in cities
• Why these policies will help reduce our emissions and address other issues
• Connections between environmental housing policy and issues currently experienced in the housing sector